The Different Types Of Slip And Fall Injuries

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One of the most common accidents you could have is a slip and fall accident. This type of accident can lead to a range of different injuries that you need to know about. These injuries can affect your daily life as well as your ability to carry out simple tasks.

Soft Tissue Injuries

Among the most common slip and fall injuries is the soft tissue injury. These injuries are not visible which makes them hard to prove in a personal injury lawsuit. Additionally, you might not realize that you have this type of injury for days or weeks after the accident. However, if these injuries are left untreated, they can cause chronic pain and make you more susceptible to further injuries. These injuries will include minor wrist and ankle sprains as well as tears in the muscles and ligaments.

Another common injury from a slip and fall accident is a head injury. This is due to the fact that the head will often hit the ground when you slip if you are not careful. It is important to note that even a minor head injury can be a medical emergency and you need to seek medical attention if you have hit your head during an accident. This is something that you should do even with a minor head injury.

Minor concussions are common and they will generally heal on their own. However, more serious head injuries such as traumatic brain injuries can alter your ability to function correctly. The reason why you need medical attention after hitting your head is due to the fact that severe head injuries can have minimal symptoms. Additionally, if you seek medical attention, you will have better odds of success in your lawsuit as you have medical evidence to back up any injury claims.

Here is a video showing one way that a slip and fall can cause serious injury: